Thursday 13 November 2014 19:31, UK
Tommy Bowe has signed a new three-year deal to keep him at Ulster until June 2018.
The 30-year-old wing has signed a joint contract with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU), just two days after full-back Rob Kearney committed his long-term future to Leinster.
Kearney and Bowe signing new deals - coupled with Jonny Sexton's decision to return to Leinster next summer after two years in France – further boosts Joe Schmidt's preparations for Rugby World Cup 2015.
"I am delighted to have signed a new contract with the IRFU and Ulster," said Bowe, who has won 55 caps.
"It is an exciting time for both the province and the national team and I hope to play a part in achieving success on both fronts in the years to come."
Delighted
Performance director David Nucifora has been pivotal to the IRFU's new policy of fuss-free contract negotiations.
"We are delighted that Tommy has committed his future to Ulster and Ireland for the next three years," said Nucifora.
"Tommy has proven his value to Irish rugby over the years with stand-out performances for both Ulster and Ireland."
"It is a great boost to the province that Tommy has signed a new IRFU contract which keeps him at Ulster," said Ulster CEO Shane Logan.
"We have seen what he brings to the squad both on and off the pitch and he is one of the players that makes Ulster Rugby such an exciting place to be."
